2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Q7 | Vito |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
